Current enemy AI is noted for being non-reactive, and several promised features like the mission planner and full fleet management are still under development.

Sim enthusiasts often highlight the game's unique "middle-ground" feel—more complex than an arcade game but more accessible than hardcore sims like DCS. “Combat Air Patrol 2 is a great VR Sim!” Reddit · r/oculus · 8 years ago

A common grievance is the decade-long development period with long stretches of no updates, leading some to describe it as an "empty shell" or "tech demo".

These videos provide a first look at the gameplay, VR features, and the current state of development: